21st Amendment Monk’s Blood Beer Review

I’ve been on a bit of a Belgian kick lately, both in my brewing and sampling of commercial beers, and tonight I will be checking out a Belgian Strong Dark Ale from 21st Amendment Brewery called 21st Amendment Monk’s Blood. Sporting 8.3% Alcohol By Volume, Monk’s Blood is part of the Insurrection Series of beers from 21st Amendment.

21st Amendment Monk’s Blood is a purplish brown colored beer, glowing a hazy mahagonay when held up to a light. A small khaki colored head briefly tops it off before fading into a thin film.

The nose has some fruity esters, vanilla and cinnamon, with underlying continental malts.

Overall 21st Amendment Monk’s Blood is a tasty beer, and I appreciate a modern take at a classic style, but ultimately I feel like the adjunct spice gets in the way a little bit. It isn’t overblown, but it slightly clashes with the yeast characteristics. Worth a try though.